In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Kulai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Green Chilli, clocking the day's best rate at ₹24,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Green Chilli Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGreen Chilli (Green Chilly)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Green Chilli is about 80.5% above the period average — just 5.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Green Chilli rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹24,500 |
| 2 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Thirupathur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Dhekiajuli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Pallahara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Green Chilli.
At ₹17,900 (271.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Green Chilli matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Green Chilli prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹13,573. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Green Chilli, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Green Chilli found its strongest bid at Kulai APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.